Frequently Asked Questions
Q: "How do you pronounce your last name?"
A: I pronounce it "Peter-froind" (think "Freud" with an N), but if that's too hard for you, "Peter-friend" works great. That's what it means in German, anyway, and it's how my dad and grandfather pronounce it.Q: "Is there going to be a third book in the killer unicorn series (that started with Rampant & Ascendant)?"
A: Yes, someday. I don't have a title, publisher, or release date yet, though. But I promise I have not abandoned Astrid! Meanwhile, enjoy the killer unicorn short stories.Q: "How many books are in the Secret Society Girl (Ivy League Novel) series?"
A: There are four books in the series. The correct reading order is: Secret Society Girl, Under the Rose, Rites of Spring (Break), and Tap & Gown.Q: "Are you going to write any more books in the Secret Society Girl (Ivy League Novel) series?"
A: Tap & Gown is the last book in the series. (It's time for Amy and me to graduate!) If you're interested in reading further in the series, check out the free secret stories.
Category Archives: writing life
Okay, so first thing’s first: that event I mentioned last week? I’m going to DragonCon! I’ve been invited by the lovely C.L. Wilson to share a booth in the exhibit hall with her and some other writers (list of my … Continue reading
Okay, I know y’all have been dying for an official, “this is the first chapter” excerpt of Rampant. Well, wait no longer, for one can be viewed both on my RAMPANT page, as well as on the HarperTeen website. Enjoy! … Continue reading
I know Rampant hasn’t come out yet, but it looks really interesting (vicious killer unicorns as a short reprieve from all the vampire drama and werewolf angst? Dude, count me in). The problem: I only read series books. I’m a … Continue reading
Yesterday, as I was having a write-in with my friend, awesome historical romance author Lavinia Kent, UPS pulled up to my doorway and left me a small package from Harper Collins. Inside the package was a little rectangular present, wrapped … Continue reading
So now that I’ve done my cranky for the day,a few reminders: Reminder the First: I’m really crazy busy right now. Hence the lack of blogging. Reminder the Second: Giveaway goings-on a few posts below, re: Jeri Smith-Ready’s WICKED GAME … Continue reading
Who is accessing this site with the search terms: Secret Society Girl Downloads Under the Rose (Ivy League) Downloads Rites of Spring Break lit download Tap and Gown lit download I am wondering if you realize that you are attempting … Continue reading
Okay, I know I’ve been a bad blogger recently. But I’ve also been so swamped. I’m up to my neck in killer unicorns, guys, plus I’ve got house guests. Plus I’ve got these little monsters to contend with: And as … Continue reading
set piece: (n.) an important dramatic or comedic highpoint in a film or story, particularly those that provide some kind of dramatic payoff, resolution, or transition. (Source: Wikipedia) set piece: (n.) A situation, activity, or speech planned beforehand and carried … Continue reading
Check out this great new review of Rampant, from the independent bookstore Russo’s Books in Bakersfield, CA: Like most red-blooded girls, I’ve always like horses, and unicorns are an extension of that. Being a mythology buff, I’d bump into unicorns … Continue reading
A few links from around the internets: The BookMaven responds to another one of those tiresome genre snobbery posts. I agree with a lot of it, but I’m not sure she goes as far as I would. So, I don’ … Continue reading